Creation Space

Woman and girl using the creation space to craft

What is the Creation Space?

The La Crosse Public Library Creation Space provides an opportunity for the community to create, invent and collaborate together.  Drop in during open lab to get a brief software overview and find out how we can help with your project.  After training, you can use a 3D printer, sewing machine, desktop cutter, heat press, production room equipment and your creativity.  Or feel free to bring in your current work in progress and create in camaraderie with other makers!

Using the Creation Space

Use of our Creation Space does require completing a waiver form.

Download Waiver Form

For equipment questions or training requests, please contact: creation@lacrosselibrary.org

Creation Space Hours

  • Monday: 3:00-5:00pm
  • Tuesday: 1:00-3:00pm
  • Wednesday: 5:00-6:30pm
  • Thursday: 10:00am-12:00pm
  • Saturday: 9:00am-12:00pm

Interested in Teaching?

Do you have a creative passion that you want to share with the community?  Consider volunteering to teach a Creation Space program! 

Click here to fill out a volunteer interest form and a Program Coordinator will be in touch with you.

From Our Library of Things

Tool Library

Collection of tools

From sewing machines to power tools, you can now check out resources for DIY home improvement projects and explore creative skills and hobbies. For more information, view our borrowing guidelines and learn how to place a reservation by viewing our video tutorial.

Check It Out

Creation Space Equipment

Toybox 3D Printer 1

Toybox 3D Printer

The Toybox is designed for entertainment and ease-of-use, with a focus on enabling children to print their own toys by providing an intuitive interface and a rich selection of high-quality toys and content.  Printing opportunities include toys, game pieces and much more!  You can also import model files outside of the app, or even import models that you have created with a computer-aided design tool (CAD).

Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine 1

Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine

The Heavy Duty 4423 sewing machine is designed with your heavy-duty projects in mind, from denim to canvas. 

Singer 9960 Sewing & Quilting Machine 1

Singer 9960 Sewing & Quilting Machine

The Quantum Stylist 9960 sewing machine is the perfect tool for the budding designer. Give every piece a personal touch with five stunning fonts and 1,172 stitch applications.

Silhouette Cameo 4

Silhouette Cameo Desktop Cutter

The Cameo is a desktop cutting machine allowing you to cut vinyl, cardstock, fabric, and more to create custom projects for home, school, or business.

Swing Design Heat Press

Swing Design Heat Press

Transfer graphic designs on a substrate, such as artwork onto a T-shirt or other items (bags, pillow cases, etc.).  You will need to have heat transfer vinyl to make your design, which can be created using the Cameo.

Creality Ender 3D Printer 1

Creality Ender 3D Printer

Creality Ender 3D Printer is an open-source 3D printer with amazing printing precision and ease of use for 3D printer beginners.  Printing opportunities are endless, examples include: jewelry, plant pots, vases, toys, helmets, tools, etc.

Production Room

Production room dual-monitor desktop and equipment in room with sound baffling

Software: Adobe Premiere Pro - Video Editing Software; Audacity Audio recording and editing software; Snowball microphone.

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